Treadmill Workout Ideas That Make Fitness Fun Research shows that in order to lose weight safely and keep it off, you need to exercise. And even those who are not overweight benefit from an exercise or workout routine. But many people don't exercise regularly, which puts them at risk for heart disease, accidents or injuries, and other health … [Read more...] about Treadmill Workout Ideas
Balls That Could Be The Remedy For Your Workouts
Balls That Could Be The Remedy For Your Workouts The attic door swings open. Behind the ancient bumper pool table, beside the old Zim-Zam set and underneath the ugly pair of K-Tel skis lies a round, leathery object covered by two decades of dust. At first, it looks like an old, warn soccer ball or volleyball. But to many fitness trainers … [Read more...] about Balls That Could Be The Remedy For Your Workouts
Strawberry Cucumber and Basil Salad
Strawberry Cucumber and Basil Salad 4 cups hulled strawberries, quartered (1 pound) 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, halved lenghtwise, seeded and thinly sliced (about 2 cups) 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly … [Read more...] about Strawberry Cucumber and Basil Salad
Laptops Computers and Treadmills, Oh My
Came across this today. I just had to laugh. I got a kick out of it, mainly because it sounds like something I would do. Come to think of it though - I'm not coordinated enough to combine the treadmill with a computer and do stuff with either, especially at the same time: We got ourselves a treadmill (Precor, locally bought on eBay). I … [Read more...] about Laptops Computers and Treadmills, Oh My
Cracked Up Glossary Of Common Gym Terms
Cracked Up Glossary Of Common Gym Terms If you've ever had occasion to visit a gym, you've no doubt heard people talking about "feeling the burn" and "pumping up." But did you ever wonder what people were really saying? Here are some common terms and phrases that will help you to learn what is really going on in the gym. In The Zone - Tired and … [Read more...] about Cracked Up Glossary Of Common Gym Terms
Grilled Tomatoes
Grilled Tomatoes Preparation time: 10 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano OR 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon lemon pepper Directions: Slice tomatoes in half lengthwise. Prepare coals or gas grill. Cover grill grid with foil. Place tomatoes on foil and sprinkle with oregano and lemon pepper. … [Read more...] about Grilled Tomatoes
Banning Trans Fats?
How about all fat? Most people I know think that if they don't eat trans fats, they won't get fat, period. NYC eyes ban on restaurant trans fats NEW YORK (AP) -- Three years after the city banned smoking in restaurants, health officials are talking about prohibiting something they say is almost as bad: artificial trans fatty acids. The city … [Read more...] about Banning Trans Fats?
Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Summer Fruit Salsa
Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Summer Fruit Salsa Salsa: ½ cup chopped ripe plum (about 1) ½ cup diced apricots (about 2) ½ cup diced nectarines (about 1) 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint 2 tablespoons dried red onion 1 tablespoon minced seeded Serrano Chile 1 teaspoon grated lime rind 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon … [Read more...] about Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Summer Fruit Salsa